The Abraham Lincoln Illinois High School Book Award

The Abraham Lincoln Award is awarded annually to the author of the book voted as most outstanding by participating students in grades nine through twelve in Illinois. The award is named for Abraham Lincoln, one of Illinois' most famous residents and himself an avid reader and noted author. The award is sponsored by the Illinois School Library Media Association (ISLMA). The Abraham Lincoln Award is designed to encourage high school students to read for personal satisfaction and become familiar with authors of young adult and adult books. To be eligible to vote, a student must have read or listened to at least four books on the Master List. Each student will vote for his or her favorite book from the nominees. Voting will take place in February 2016. Listen to Rocket 1 announcements for details.